Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary Event

     Beauty Elements Ventures Inc. brings beauty to light to millions of Filipinas for 10 years and Kojiesan is the star burning brighter than ever. Beauty Elements Venture’s Inc. (BEVI), the manufacturer of the country’s favorite skin-lightening product, Kojiesan, celebrated its 10 fruitful years of bringing a lighter, flawless and more beautiful complexion to Filipinos in a grand event early this month.

     I was one of the invited media guests in celebrating this milestone. The event was held at Sofitel Philippine Plaza last August 8, 2016- a thanksgiving and inspirational event that aims to look back at BEVI's humble beginnings and share their success story with their trade partners and consumers as well. Highlights of the event below.

Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary Event

     

     BEVI’s success story is a testament to the undaunted determination of its owner. From a few dozen orders to millions of bars sold, the soap steadily became a favorite among Filipinos. The innovative product reached consumers across the country, and soon after, distribution went worldwide as an export commodity. 

Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary Event
Kojiesan Sales Director Mr. Jun Matos

Kojiesan's success story:

     BEVI started in a humble office in a residential area of Makati. Now, the company operates from an entire building. It also owns 6 hectares of manufacturing facilities in San Pablo, Laguna, providing employment to more than 500 employees.

Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary Event
Full house at Sofitel Philippine Plaza

      

     BEVI launched the original kojic acid soap formulated the traditional Japanese way and made it even better by adding high-grade virgin coconut oil into the mix. I presume that you already know Kojiesan and the star product Kojiesan Kojic Acid Soap. Let me share with you important facts about the soap and how it works.

What is Kojiesan?

• Kojiesan is an exceptional treatment to even out skin tone, erase dark spots, and other forms of skin pigmentations. 
• It also corrects skin discoloration while lightening the skin. 
• Results vary individually. How your skin reacts to any skin lightener will depend on your unique skin sensitivity, the extent of the pigmentation, and/or daily sun exposure. 
• Initially, an improvement should be seen in the first or second week, then the ultimate result within the next 30 days or a few weeks thereafter. 

Kojiesan product lines:

1. The Kojiesan Classic Line includes the Skin Lightening Soap, Cleanser+Toner, Face Lightening Cream, and Body Lightening Lotion.

Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary Event
The Kojiesan Classic Line

2. The Kojiesan Dream White Anti-Aging Line includes the Anti-Aging Soap, Anti-Aging Facial Toner, Anti-Aging Creams (day and night), and Blemish Control Cream.

Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary Event
The Kojiesan Dream White Line

3. Kojiesan Men Line includes the whitening soap, body wash, and facial wash.

Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary Event
Kojiesan Men 

4. Bellic Peel and Glow Brightening Line includes brightening body wash, brightening body lotion, brightening facial toner, brightening day and night cream, and brightening soap

Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary Event
Bellic Peel and Glow Brightening Products

The Kojiesan promise:

     With more tricks than truth behind what brands say, Kojiesan enjoins us to be careful with what we buy. Some labels brandish catchy, creative terms ---triple effect this, intensive that, pinkish white whatever, and touting invented numbers --- 4 tones fairer, 7 days faster--- with zero consideration for your natural skin’s reaction to adverse products. 

      And for all the claims and white lies told, the question remains: have they shown us results? It’s time we see the light. No lab-made chemical complexes, no marketing-invented promises. Just you and your natural beauty, shining at its lightest.

     The proof is in the pigment, and seeing is believing. So don’t let those brands tell you what works for you. Join the millions who’ve witnessed visible results, because it’s time to bring your skin to light with the country’s No. 1 kojic soap: KOJIESAN!

Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary EventBEVI marketing head, Tricia Gregorio

“We will continue to innovate products and expand our distribution to bring the highest level of consumer experience to a greater number of people. We want to be known as the company who delivers quality and effective products,” says BEVI marketing head, Tricia Gregorio.

Kojiesan UnbeaTEN 10th Anniversary Event
Thank you so much for having me :)

     

     Kojiesan's commitment to quality is reflected in the recognition it garnered for five consecutive years as “Bath Soap Brand of the Year” at the Watson's Health and Beauty Awards and Consumer “SM Top Choice” Awards.

Congratulations, BEVI and Kojiesan!!!

Good Times!~

Product Review: Kojiesan Lightening Range- Soap, Lotion, Cleanser + Toner & Face Cream

    Hello dearies! Sharing with you my review of Kojiesan Skin Lightening Soap, Kojiesan Cleanser + Toner, Kojiesan Face Lightening Cream, and Kojiesan Body Lightening Lotion after using them for more than a month. I've already made a feature of these products from Beauty Elements Ventures, Inc. (BEVI) last month so I presume that you already know what these are for. Kojic Acid is the main ingredient of Kojiesan and this line is intended for skin lightening. 

     Why lightening and not whitening? Well, Kojiesan will not just whiten your skin but will lighten it by giving a healthy and youthful glow. I'm a believer of using products religiously to see the maximum results. Applying skin care products from a line or range will be more effective since there will be two or more main ingredient that will work hand-in-hand. So without further ado, here's my honest to goodness review of Kojiesan Lightening range below :)

Product Review: Kojiesan Lightening Range Soap, Lotion, Cleanser + Toner & Face Cream

Feature: Kojiesan Lightening Range- Soap, Lotion, Cleanser + Toner & Face Cream

     I've noticed that most of the Filipinas dream of having fair skin despite the fact that most of us have brown or morena skin tone. White skin is the in thing today but sometimes 'white' skin is not pleasing to the eyes if it looks pale and sickly. Whitening the skin is not an overnight process. You need to use the right products to achieve the skin tone that wants. Whitening the skin is a thing of the past because 'lightening' is in. Light skin looks more healthy because it's glowing and that's what Kojiesan Lightening range offers. I'm pretty sure that you all know Kojiesan, if not drum roll please...

     Kojiesan Lightening Soap first entered the market in 2007 as a flagship product from Beauty Elements Ventures, Inc. (BEVI). Kojic Acid formulation turned out to be the key ingredient in convincing whitening fans to become true believers. Today, Kojiesan is the #1 Kojic soap in the country. Kojie San has grown into one of the country's biggest name in lightening. Why lightening and not whitening, you may ask. Well, Kojiesan will not just whiten your skin but will lighten it giving a healthy and youthful glow. Discover Kojiesan Lightening range below and bring your skin to light with the country’s No.1 Kojic Acid Soap :)

Feature: Kojiesan Lightening Range- Soap, Lotion, Cleanser + Toner & Face Cream
R-L Counter Clockwise: Kojiesan Body Lotion, Kojiesan Face Cream,  Kojiesan Cleanser + Toner, Kojiesan Kojic Acid Soap

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream

     As what I always tell you, I'm already fair to begin with but not when summer season comes. I'm always out in the sun. I run errands in the afternoon where the sun is high up in the sky. My skin is prone to darkening and I always get uneven skin tone that soap alone cannot address if I'll rely on it alone. It takes a couple of months to see the effects of whitening soaps that I've tried before because I have fair skin so I always measure the effectiveness on uneven areas or mosquito bites.

     I presume you've seen my review of Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid. I like the soap so much and became a mainstay in my bath essentials. Now they came up with another promising and effective products to combat darkening caused by sun exposure and stubborn dark spots caused by insect bites or let say small wounds and scratches. Have you seen their latest products? If not then let me introduce to you Belo Intensive Whitening Face and Neck Cream and Belo Intensive Whitening Lotion, 2 powerful products that will make whitening more intensive from head to toe! Click CONTINUE READING now and discover the trio for fast and effective skin lightening :)

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream
Belo Intensive Whitening Face and Neck Cream- Kojic Acid+ Tranexamic Acid Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic AcidBelo Intensive Whitening Lotion- Kojic Acid+ Tranexamic Acid 

     
     I've been using these products for 2 weeks now. I use the products twice daily and I'm so happy that it did not cause any negative effects on my skin even if I'm out in the afternoon around 1:00-4:00 pm because I fetch my son at school. I travel from one place to another riding the tricycle and the jeepney. My skin is expose to sun's UV rays but I'm not afraid because these products contain spf30.

     How to use Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream? Here's the answer! Watch the video below and see how Sarah Geronimo's  skin glow and radiates. 

 

Step 1:  Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid   

     This whitening bar boasts a unique combination of today’s two most powerful whitening actives – Kojic Acid and Tranexamic Acid. Kojic Acid is an organic compound that effectively inhibits the production of tyrosinase and melanin giving skin a visibly lighter appearance. Tranexamic Acid, on the other hand, is a peptide proven to inhibit inflammation and melanin formation. It is ideal for stubborn dark spots that do not respond to other skin lightening ingredients.

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck
Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream
Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid
Special box with interesting quotes!

size: 65g

price: 59.75 php ( Around $1.30+ )

place bought: Free
Available at all leading supermarkets, department stores, and drugstores nationwide.

instruction for use: Use twice daily for the face and body. There may be slight stinging and itchiness as the actives work in exfoliating the skin.

Discontinue other whitening brands one week prior to use as this may not be compatible with Belo Intensive Whitening Bar.

If prolonged irritation occurs, discontinue use.

ingredients: 
Active ingredients: Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Tranexamic Acid and Kojic Acid
Other ingredients: Coconut Oil, Water, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance, Glucono-delta-lactone, Sodium Lactate, Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, D and C Orange 4 (CI15510), Lotus Flower Extract

Step 2: Belo Intensive Whitening Lotion- Kojic + Tranexamic Acid

     A luxurious, moisture-rich body cream with the powerful combination of Kojic Acid and Tranexamic Acid that intensively whitens skin. SPF30 further protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays. 

     Kojic Acid, an organic compound, is proven to prevent melanin production. It is the most popular whitening agent used in Japan.

     Tranexamic Acid, a peptide, inhibits inflammation and melanin formation. It is ideal for stubborn dark spots that do not respond to other skin lightening ingredients.

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream
Belo Intensive Whitening Lotion- Kojic Acid+ Tranexamic Acid 

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream
Belo Intensive Whitening Lotion- Kojic Acid+ Tranexamic Acid 

size: 150 ml

price: 199.75 php (Around $4.50+) 

place bought: Free

Available at all leading supermarkets, department stores and drugstores nationwide

instruction for use: Apply liberally to the whole body at least twice a day.

ingredients: 

Active Ingredients: Octyl Methoxycinnamate, Niacinamide, Butyrospermum Parkii, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Octocrylene, Benzophenone-3, Ethyhexyl Methoxycrylene, Titanium Dioxide, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone/Methicone Copolymer, Chamomile Extract, Kojic Acid, Tranexamic Acid

Other ingredients: Water, Cycotetrasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-20, Ceteareth-12, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Fragrance, Sorbitan Palmitate, Sorbitan Olivate, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Glucono-delta-lactone, Tetra Sodium EDTA, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone.

Step 3: Belo Intensive Whitening Face and Neck Cream- Kojic + Tranexamic Acid

     A luxurious skin rejuvenating face and neck cream with the powerful combination of Kojic Acid and Tranexamic Acid that intensively whitens skin. SPF30 further protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays. 

      Kojic Acid, an organic compound, is proven to prevent melanin production. It is the most popular whitening agent used in Japan.

     Tranexamic Acid, a peptide, inhibits inflammation and melanin formation. It is ideal for stubborn dark spots that do not respond to other skin lightening ingredients.

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream
Belo Intensive Whitening Face and Neck Cream- Kojic Acid+ Tranexamic Acid 

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream
Belo Intensive Whitening Face and Neck Cream- Kojic Acid+ Tranexamic Acid 

size: 50g

price: 249.75 php (Around $5.64+)

place bought: Free

Available at all leading supermarkets and department stores nationwide

instruction for use: Use daily after cleansing and toning. Scoop the desired amount using the spatula and gently massage onto the face and neck. Do not apply in and around the delicate eye area or on irritated skin. For best results, use in the morning and evening. Keep away from direct sunlight and heat.

ingredients: 

Active ingredients: Octyl Methoxycinnamate, Niacinamide, Butyrospermum Parkii, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Octocrylene, Benzophenone-3, Ethyhexyl Methoxycrylene, Titanium Dioxide, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone/Methicone Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Bee Venom, Chamomile Extract, Kojic Acid, Tranexamic Acid

Other ingredients: Water, Cycotetrasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-20, Ceteareth-12, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Palmitate, Sorbitan Olivate, Fragrance, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Glucono-delta-lactone, Tetrasodium EDTA, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone.

     Here's the BEFORE and AFTER photos of my left thigh for your reference. I had mosquito bites that turned a bit red and became dark the 2nd day so I religiously use the SET for almost 3 weeks and saw a big difference :) 

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream

What I like:

• The packaging of the soap, lotion and face cream is simple. The box of the soap is sleek, handy and unique. The soap is sealed in plastic upon opening the box, guaranteed freshness. The jar of face cream is sturdy and has a plastic lid with spatula. Thumbs up for the tiny spatula, first time to encounter a face cream where I'll be scooping the product without the use of bare hands :)
• The special soap and face cream box contains interesting quotes that I'm sure will inspire you every time you use the product.
• The scent of the lotion and the face cream is powdery but mild while the scent of the soap is sweet but not overpowering.
• The soap produces a good lather and doesn't melt fast while the lotion and face cream have the same thick consistency so a little amount of product goes a long way.
• The face cream is easy to apply, non-greasy and no heavy feel after application.
• The lotion is easily absorbed and doesn't feel icky and greasy even on a hot summer day.
• The price- it's very affordable for a set of three products that effectively lighten dark marks on my thigh.
• There's a certain glow on my skin after using the face cream and the lotion.
• The face cream and lotion contains Spf 30. 
• This set made my skin supple, smooth and soft to touch!
• The set is very easy to use.
• No irritation, allergies, breakouts, or whatsoever.
• Easily accessible.
• Batch, manufacturing and expiry date printed on the package.
• Dermatologist tested. Clinically proven.

What I don't like:

• None so far!

Will I repurchase? Yes! Belo Intensive Whitening Set will be a mainstay in my skincare essentials. 

Recommendation:

     I give this set a 4.75/5 rating! This trio is perfect to maintain skin tone this season and if you're afraid of sun exposure while using a whitening product because it has SPF 30 but it is still best to use sunblock for added skin protection. Using the products as instructed is the best way to whiten skin in as fast as 2 weeks.

     You've seen my photos, it's true to the claim of getting stubborn dark marks. I'm also surprised because I really had a hard time before on how to lighten pesky mosquito bites on my thighs and legs. I highly recommend Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream if you want to have a fair, smooth and glowing skin!

    Have you tried Belo Intensive Whitening Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Soap, Lotion, Face and Neck Cream? Share your experience!

Good Times!~

DISCLAIMER: This is a sponsored post. The views expressed here are my honest opinion about the product.

Product Review: Mischka Derma Secret Kojic with Placenta Soap

     Being a soap junkie, I'm always on the lookout for new variants of soap available in the market today be it commercially produced or handmade ones. As of the moment, I still have four different kinds of soap for review. I'm very excited to use them all because it contains mostly natural ingredients that promises to make the skin smooth, young and glowing. 

     If you're a fan of whitening soaps, I'm sure you already know kojic acid. It is one of the most famous/effective whitening ingredient in the market today together with glutathione, alpha arbutin and placenta. I've made several reviews of whitening soaps with kojic acid before and I find this variant effective depending on the length of usage. Kojic acid soap can be drying that's why some brands combine it with other moisturizing ingredients that will combat dryness. One combination that I can say will give less dryness to the skin is kojic placenta. Placenta is known to be an anti-aging ingredient and makes the skin smooth and glowing. Our friends from Mishcka Derma Secret sent me their Kojic with Placenta soap two months ago. I just finished using this bar last week and now I'm ready to share my thoughts about this combination. Click CONTINUE READING to find out.

Product Review: Mischka Derma Secret Kojic with Placenta Soap

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid

    When it comes to skin whitening, I make sure that I use a product that is safe and effective. I always neither read the list of ingredients to make sure that my skin will not breakout nor will get irritated from the product itself. One of the most sought after ingredients in skin whitening today is kojic acid. I've tried kojic acid soaps in the past and some gave me a hit and miss results. I'm sure you've seen my reviews and based on that experience some kojic soaps may either break you out or will just give a temporary whitening result.

     I was on grocery shopping last month when I saw this sleek orange and white box on one of the shelves that says Kojic Acid+ Tranexamic Acid. Sounds interesting because it’s not only Kojic Acid but it also contain Tranexamic Acid. I got intrigued so I grabbed the box immediately and saw that it was Belo Intensive Whitening Bar. I was giddy to try the soap but then I still have a whitening soap that I need to finish so I said to myself that I will really try that soap next month. But luckily, I was sent a few samples of the soap to try. I've been using the soap for more than a week now. I was amazed from the unique box because it contains interesting quotes and it's loaded with important information about the product. Are you excited to know my thoughts about this promising product from Belo? Click CONTINUE READING to find out why I can say that Belo authority has the expertise in formulating effective products!

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid

    I've been using the soap for more than a week now. Since the soap is labeled as intensive, I'm expecting to see results as early as 5 days. I'm already fair to begin with but my face is suffering from dark pimple marks and some freckles that need a heavy duty whitening soap in order to lighten them. I have high hopes with the soap because Belo’s product is indeed, 64% more effective than other products with Kojic Acid alone, as evidenced by clinical studies conducted. Sounds very promising right? Before the review, here are important points you need to know about the product:

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid

Belo introduces its most effective, Intensive Whitening Bar 

   Dr. Vicki Belo has not earned the reputation of pioneering the best and the most sophisticated breakthrough products and treatments for skin health and long-lasting beauty for nothing. 

   She has been in the industry long enough to establish that unquestioned and unsurpassed credibility that catapulted her to be the country’s premiere beauty expert and cosmetic doctor whom everyone looks up to for her authority and unbridled talent. She caters to the stars and the general public alike, both spheres enjoying parallel care and utmost importance in all her clinics.
   
     Her authority in beauty and health is so much so, that every Filipino now believes that “If it comes from Belo, it must be effective.” 

     Enter the latest product innovation on skin whitening called Belo Intensive Whitening Bar (Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid). This whitening bar boasts of a unique combination of today’s two most powerful whitening actives – Kojic Acid and Tranexamic Acid. 

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid

     Kojic Acid is an organic compound that effectively inhibits the production of tyrosinase and melanin giving skin a visibly lighter appearance. Tranexamic Acid, on the other hand, is a peptide proven to inhibit inflammation and melanin formation. It is ideal for stubborn dark spots that do not respond to other skin lightening ingredients.

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid
The soap is contained in a special box. As you can see on the photo above, there's an interesting quote printed above the Belo Intensive Whitening Bar logo. 

     This early, the bar soap has already been taking the country by storm, proving that Belo’s product is indeed, 64% more effective than other products with Kojic Acid alone, as evidenced by clinical studies conducted. Since this product is formulated by Dra. Vicki Belo herself, I can truly say that Belo Authority has the expertise in formulating effective products.

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid
The soap is also sealed with plastic to ensure fresshness

Product Review: Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid

size: 65g

price: 59.75 php ( Around $1.30+ )

place bought: Free
Available at all leading supermarkets, department stores, and drugstores nationwide.

instruction for use: Use twice daily for the face and body. There may be slight stinging and itchiness as the actives work in exfoliating the skin.

Discontinue other whitening brands one week prior to use as this may not be compatible with Belo Intensive Whitening Bar.

If prolonged irritation occurs, discontinue use.
Use with Belo Essentials Whitening Lotion especially if you have dry skin. 

ingredients: 
Active ingredients: Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Tranexamic Acid and Kojic Acid
Other ingredients: Coconut Oil, Water, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance, Glucono-delta-lactone, Sodium Lactate, Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, D&C Orange 4 (CI15510), Lotus Flower Extract

What I like:

• The packaging- sleek, handy, unique. The special box also contains interesting quotes that I'm sure will inspire you every time you use the product.
• The soap is sealed in plastic upon opening the box, guaranteed freshness.
• The price- very affordable.
• The scent- it has a sweet scent that is mild and not overpowering.
• Doesn't melt fast.
• The soap produces a good lather.
• Exfoliates very well!
• Made my skin soft and smooth to touch.
• Dries up tiny bumps on my face and made some acne marks lighter in color.
• Made my skin squeaky clean after every bath.
• Easily accessible.
• There's a batch, manufacturing and expiry date printed on the box.
• Dermatologist tested. Clinically proven.

What I don't like:

• Made my skin a little dry but a dollop of lotion helps prevent dryness.

Will I repurchase? Yes!

Recommendation:

     I give this a 4.75/5 rating. I already liked the soap on the first day of use. There's a very mild stinging and itching sensation meaning the soap's active ingredients is working on exfoliating dead skin cells on my face. It's tolerable that's why I'm not afraid that the soap would burn my skin like what happened to me with other brands of commercially produced kojic soap in the market today. Since this product is 64% more effective than other products with Kojic Acid alone (based on clinical studies) I can say that Belo authority really has the expertise in formulating effective products. After using the soap in a span of one week, there's a slight change in the color of my pimple marks, not that drastic but I can see a difference. This is what an intensive whitening bar should be, safe and effective that's why I highly recommend Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic Acid + Tranexamic Acid.

     Have you tried Belo Intensive Whitening Bar- Kojic acid + Tranexamic Acid? Share your experience on the comment section below.

     

Good Times!~

DISCLAIMER: This is a sponsored post. The views expressed here are my honest opinion about the product.

Product Review: COSMO Skin Kojic + Alpha Arbutin Soap

     I was delighted to see more than one variant of Cosmo Skin whitening soaps in the market today. More variants means more choices! Each variant is produced to meet specific skin care needs specially in the whitening department so for those who have a very sensitive skin, fret not because you can still use a lightening, whitening or brightening soap that will not aggravate your skin condition. It's very hard to choose a variant if you just consider whitening itself because there are other ingredients that are combined to the soap that will target specific skin care needs. 

     During the Cosmo Skin Event, I saw four variants of their whitening soap. I'm already familiar with the two (green and maroon box) because that was the first two variants that's sold locally at Watsons. When they introduced these two: Kojic + Alpha Arbutin and Collagen + Papaya, my eyes were glued on the first rather than the later because I'm a fan of kojic soaps and this variant also has Alpha Arbutin. To those who are new to Alpha Arbutin, it's one of the three powerful whitening ingredients in the world of soap today. It's widely used in soaps, face creams and lotions together with glutathione and kojic acid. So if the soap have these three, it's a surefire way that the product will deliver what it promises- lighter and even complexion. For those wondering while until now I'm using whitening soaps even if I'm fair enough to start with, then my answer would be maintenance and to even out my skin tone. Fair-skinned individuals like me would easily get burned in the sun with long hours of exposure. That's why I still need these soaps and the most important tandem to this are sunblocks! Click CONTINUE READING to find out my review.

COSMO Skin
Kojic + Alpha Arbutin + Daisy Extracts Soap

Product Review: Be Organic Papaya Kojic Soap

     On my trip to Robinson's Galleria a month ago, I saw a big kiosk of SESOU store. It's a store where you can buy everything organic, from head to toe! They also sell general cleaning items and other stuff that's environment friendly. This is the store where I first met my favorite All Organics Soaps that I still purchase from time to time. I was looking for my favorite All Organics Calamansi variant that time but it's OOS. I was contemplating if I'll get another fave, the Singkamas variant or try another organic brand. Well, trying another brand can be risky for me now since my skin's condition these past few days was very sensitive. Breakouts here and there and my old skin care regimen seems not working anymore. So even though I was skeptical on trying an new organic brand, I still pursued buying one from Be Organic. 

     My skin concerns as of the moment are tiny bumps like whiteheads that will turn into zits after a few days, rough and dry cheeks and some oiliness on my chin and nose. I know that the cause of this is hormonal. I already went to my OB-Gynecologist to have a general check up. Anyhoo, there are four variants of Be Organic soap that time and I have my eyes glued on the Papaya Kojic soap. I was brave enough to try kojic soap because I already tried this variant of soap from different brands before. What's new to me is the combination of Papaya and Kojic.  I've been using the soap for more than three weeks now and the results are erratic. I guess the effects on my skin is not because of the soap but mainly the hormonal changes that I've been going through. 

Be Organic Papaya Kojic Soap
Achieve that flawless, blemish free, and younger looking skin in no time, Kojic Acid is a mushroom extract, and used to lighten discoloration such as freckles and age spots. It penetrates the skin and goes into deep cellular layers to inhibit dark pigmentation from forming. Azelaic and Glycolic acids effectively kill acne causing bacteria, control excess oil production and speed up skin cells turn over to reveal glowing new skin.

Product Review: iWhite Glutaberry White Soap

     A blessed Sunday to all of you dearies! Time flies very fast! 2 more days and we're entering another month of festivities. I think May is the month wherein different harvesting festivals happen in our country. It's another way of celebrating summer and joining different outdoor activities means long sun exposure. Are you afraid of getting dark? We all know that a good sunscreen and sunblock can solve this dilemma but still we're not sure if our skin will be really protected from head to toe. From this comes another concern like uneven skin tone. How do you deal with uneven tone and rough skin texture? Well, If you're still looking for a solution let me introduce to you this whitening soap that will help you achieve lighter and even skin tone while preventing pre-mature aging and wrinkling. 

     We all know that whitening soaps in the market today contains more than one whitening agent. If you're going to choose a specific variant of soap I'm sure you'll get the one packed with the most whitening ingredients available. Why settle for 2 if you can get 3 or more? Am I right or right? So when iWhite Korea sent this whitening soap, I was surprised when I read the ingredients and found out "Mulberry Extract" If my memory serves me right, this is the first time I encounter a natural lightening agent called Mulberry. I've tried so many whitening soaps before, generic and organic ones but this one seems very different and special. If you're current whitening/lightening soap doesn't do the job that it promises, then it's time to try iWhite Glutaberry White Soap. Click CONTINUE to find out if this soap is the answer to an even skin tone that you're longing for.

iWhite GlutaBerry White Soap
Formulated with skin lightening agents and natural anti-oxidants that protect the skin against premature aging and further cellular damage, giving it a healthy and fairer complexion.

Formulation:

Glutathione - essential body chemical that acts as a natural antioxidant and detoxifying agent that protects your skin from premature aging, giving it a whiter and more radiant complexion.

Mulberry Extract – from the root of white mulberry with natural lightening agent that inhibits melanin production for an even-toned complexion.

Kojic Acid – whitens your skin and prevents acne-causing bacteria, making the skin smooth.

Vitamin E – protects your skin from free radicals for a younger looking skin.

iWhite Glutaberry White Soap

size: 90g

price: 89 php (Around $2.16)

place bought: free

All leading department stores and supermarkets (Watsons, Mercury Drug, Waltermart, Rob Dept Store, Ever, Super8, 7-11, San Miguel Food Ave., Finds Convenience Store

instructions for use: Can be used for face and body- For Men and Women :)

ingredients: Sodium Palmitate, Sodium Palm Kemalate, Fragrance, Titanium IV Oxide, Mulberry Extract, Glycerine, 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid, Allantoin, Propanetricarbpxylic Acid, Tocopherol Acetate, Sodium Methyl Cocyl Taurate, Kojic Acid Dipalmitate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Butylated Hydroxyloluene, Triclosan, Glutathione

What I like:

• The price- very affordable for a 90g product.
• Suitable for Men and Women- hubby loves using this soap too :)
• I like the color of the packaging, I have this thing for black and pink combination.
• Doesn't melt fast, doesn't break or deform its shape even up to the last bits.
• Contains Glutathione, Kojic Acid and Mulberry Extract that's proven to lighten and even-out skin tone. Talk about 3 whitening ingredients in 1 bar of soap :)
• Makes my skin soft and smooth.
• Hubby's skin became a bit even especially on his arms.
• The whole bar lasted me more than a month.
• No irritation and stinging.
• This soap helped me maintain my skin tone (I'm always outside the house between 10 am and 3 pm doing errands)
• Batch, manufacturing and expiry date printed on the package.
• Easily available and accessible.

What I don't like:

• Again, soap with powder and floral scent is a bit overpowering to me. My nose doesn't agree to it :(
• A little dryness which I guess will always be present after using whitening soaps.

Will I repurchase? Yes,  especially for the hubby who really needs to even out his skin tone.

Recommendation:

     I give this a 4/5 rating. A cost effective whitening soap that really works! If you still haven't considered organic soaps as your new companion in terms of whitening, then I highly recommend this soap to you. I love organic whitening soaps but this one is very promising. It contains more than one whitening agents (Kojic Acid, Mulberry and Glutathione) so instead of buying them separately, you can have them in just one bar. I can say that using this religiously soap for more than a month will give you a lighter, smooth and blemish free skin. 

      Have you tried iWhite Korea products? Share your experience! Don't forget to like their Facbook page here: iWhite Korea and follow their Twitter account here: iWhitekorea for more updates and exciting promos!

Good Times!~

DISCLAIMER: This product was sent to me by iWhite Korea for review. The views expressed here are my honest opinion about the product. 

November and December Hauls

     Before the year ends, I would like to squeeze in pending posts from my November and December haul. Since I'm on a tipid mode, I only bought few products for the last two months. Some products here are my HG's while some were purchased just to try if they're worth of my tight budget. 

     Before the Glorietta Vibe fashion show walk, I decided to buy a makeup remover wipes that can melt waterproof mascara without using an eye makeup remover. I think it's more convenient than bringing a bottle of eye makeup remover and cotton balls during the event. I also bought this foot socks and nail polish remover wipes for my feet. The Mondes Ionic Keratin hair treatment was purchased out of curiosity. I'm not happy with the product, I develop pimples and wound like itchy flakes on my scalp. I guess I'm allergic to one of its ingredient but I don't know what to pinpoint :(

Foot socks
Tony Moly Floria Cleansing Tissues
Mondes Ionic Keratin Treatment
Wish Nail Polish Remover

     I also bought a back up of my favorite makeup remover wipes- Purederm  just in case my skin will react to Tony Moly Floria makeup remover wipes. This soap was given by my SIL when I visited my parents house. I was surprise when I read the label that it's manufactured by Splash- a local company selling beauty and bath products. But this was only sold through their direct-selling line like that of AVON. So now Splash is also making it's way on direct-selling, let's wait and see if they'll make noise this 2013. You know how I love Asian Secrets, and based on my experience this body scrub already replaced my first love on Abonne. I find this more convenient to use and doesn't hurt my skin if I use the scrub everyday!

Asian Secrets Lulur Body Scrub
Seriously White Gluathione Soap
Purederm Makeup Cleansing Tisuues

     My last haul for this year came from Snoe. Yay for new variants: Licorice and Organic Papaya :) I bought these two from a BOGO sale at Cinderella. The SA their informed me that they're having a sale so I grabbed the opportunity. I already reached my third month of using the black bleaching soap so I need to rest my skin from bleaching and use a milder one. When Ms. Jen of Snoe suggested the Special Kojic and Glutathione combo as a substitute for black bleaching I followed her and loving the results! 

     My sister just gave me this toner to try. At first I was hesitant because I find this toner too strong for my thin skin. But Janet's review of Eskinol convinced me to try this product. Let's see if this product will fare good on my skin.

Snoe White Lightening Licorice Beauty Bar
Snoe White Special Kojic with Glutathione Beauty Bar
Snoe White Organic Papaya Soap
Eskinol Spot-less White Facial Deep Cleanser

Good Times!~